Principle Cyber Security Analyst

JSG is hiring a Principal - Cyber Security Analyst
** Senior Level Position!
Location: Tampa, FL (33618) - ONSITE
Contract: 6-months (Extensions and/or perm possible)

Position Summary Description
The Principal Cyber Analyst will be a key leader in our cybersecurity team, responsible for enhancing the organization’s security posture and providing expert guidance on complex cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
HOT POINTS:

• Security Engineering
• Incident Response
• Security Monitoring and threat detection
• Vulnerability management

This role requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, advanced analytics, and incident response methodologies.
Will spearhead initiatives to proactively identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP) standards as well as adherence to National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF).

Qualifications and Education Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field is required, with a master's degree preferred.

• Candidate must have a minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in cybersecurity, focusing on threat analysis and incident response.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, GCIH) are highly desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, best practices, and regulatory requirements is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary, along with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills are required, with the capability to conveying technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with security tools and technologies, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management, is also required

Technical Competencies/Skills:

• Cybersecurity Frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and NERC CIP)
• Threat Intelligence and Analysis
• Intrusion Detection
• Incident Response Methodologies
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
• Security Technologies
• Ethical Hacking
• Vulnerability Management
• Network Security
• Cloud Security
• Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Soft Competencies/Skills:

• Effective verbal/nonverbal, listening and written communications
• Collaboration
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Service Oriented
• Leadership & Mentorship
• Managing Change

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and policies to protect organizational assets.
• Assess and enhance the organization's security posture against emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits relevant to the organization

JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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